A brief overview of the meaning, history, and key facts about the national flag of Morocco.
Flag of Morocco
The national flag of Morocco consists of a red field with a green five-pointed star in the center. The star, or pentagram, represents the connection between God and the nation.
Printable Morocco Flag (PNG Download)
Interesting facts about Morocco’s flag
1. The green pentagram on the Moroccan flag is commonly known as the Seal of Solomon.
2. Official specifications require that one point of the star must face upward.
3. According to Moroccan law, the green star must be woven directly into the fabric of the flag so that it appears correctly on both sides.
4. Before the addition of the green star in 1915, Morocco traditionally used a plain red flag that had been associated with the Moroccan monarchy for centuries.
5. The green color and the pentagram are often associated with Islam, the official religion of Morocco.
6. In 2010, a Moroccan flag measuring more than 60,000 square meters was displayed in Dakhla and certified by Guinness World Records as the largest flag ever draped.
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Evolution of Morocco’s flag
Flag of Morocco (1666–1915)
Before the addition of the green star, Morocco used a plain red flag. This red banner was associated with the ruling Alawi dynasty.
History of Morocco’s flag
Early use of the red flag
For centuries Morocco used a plain red banner as its national flag. The color red became closely associated with the ruling Alawi dynasty, which came to power in the 17th century.
Over time, however, the simple red flag became difficult to distinguish from other red flags used by ships and states.
Introduction of the green star
To distinguish the Moroccan flag from others, Sultan Yusef issued a dahir (royal decree) on 17 November 1915 introducing a green pentagram in the center of the red flag.
The star, often called the Seal of Solomon, was added as a national symbol and remains a central feature of the flag today.
Use during the protectorate period
While Morocco was under French and Spanish protectorates in the early 20th century, the red flag with the green star continued to be used on land. However, its use at sea was restricted.
After independence
When Morocco regained independence in 1956, the same flag continued to serve as the national flag of the kingdom. After independence it was also permitted to be used as the maritime flag.
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